Assisted Living Communities in Scottsdale, Arizona
Explore listings in Scottsdale, Arizona including 3140 authentic reviews covering 955 of Scottsdale facilities, and find details such as base pricing, room types and more. The average the cost of facilities in Scottsdale depends on many factors and your loved one's required level of care.
The average rent for Assisted Living communities in Maricopa County is $3,546 per month, according to Caring's proprietary data on verified Assisted Living communities.
Below, we present the top communities based on various criteria, including authentic user reviews. With the support of our Caring Family Advisors, we have helped over 102,000 families find the best community tailored to their needs, all at no cost and with no obligation. We also offer free care and budget consultations to help you make an informed decision.
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"We moved my relative to The Inn at Freedom Plaza and we've been very happy with the facility. She's having a little trouble adapting, but that's on her. Everyone has been very nice, very helpful, and working well with her and with us.
She got a ve..."
"Staff is good id rate them a 10, the facility is good, the care staff is great and my room is always clean. They always have my clothes clean. I love it here and I would refer others to live here ...."
"My mom has been here a short time and has had one trip to the hospital. Lidia the owner and the care givers are awsome! This is our 3rd home and our lastI they take excellent care of my mom and are sincere about careing about each person. My mom can ..."
"We're planning to place grandma at Caissa Vintage Ranch I. The owner was very knowledgeable about taking care of memory care residents and helpful. Her home was extremely clean and beautiful. It's all women in need of memory care. She had alarms on a..."
"It was the hardest thing I have ever done to move my parents from their home of almost 60 years. My father was particularly resistant. Now I know that it was one of the best decisions I ever made, and he agrees with me. There was a brief adjustmen..."
"My mother is in White Violet. It is a small house wherein she has her own room. I am impressed with the cleanliness and how everything is home-cooked. I know they have a nurse that comes in. She likes it. It is expensive, and she probably has more en..."
"My grandmother will be moving in to Alott of Care. It's like a home that only had ten people in it. It's a mixture of assisted living and memory care. They specialize in elderly folks with dementia and Alzheimer's. They were fantastic and it's a beau..."
"My mother is already living in Koala Care Assisted Living and needs quite a bit of assistance. A doctor owns it, and the price is right. The people care for the patients. The location is close to the family, within two miles from the people who will ..."
"The layout of Medina House is good. It's easy to get around, handicap accessible, clean, and doesn't smell bad. I'm not impressed with the food. They could do more American food or have somebody who knows how to really cook. They're not exercising, t..."
"Hillcrest Assisted Living had a vacancy so I was able to get into the facility. I like the place because it's nice. The rooms are very clean and very spacious. I am able to use my wheelchair. It's not too bright, but it was clean. The staff were nice..."
"Country Oaks was well-staffed and clean. They had a good support system provided for their clients. The director was very informative and answered all our questions. I saw the residents watching TV and playing games. They had Bible service on certain..."
"Our 88 year old Mom was a rehab patient at Ridgecrest 3 times in the past 4 years.. She had many issues. Ridgecrest has taken excellent care of our Mom and did a great job with the physical therapy to make her strong enough to go home. We would highl..."
"My father stays at this assisted living facility and he loves it there. He didn't orignally like the idea of an assisted living place but he says its a home away from home. I have several family members in these types of facilities and this is one of..."
"This home has been a great help in handling the medication and depression of my friend.
They have improved his life style since he has been there. He went to the home unclean, unshaven, and ignoring a bathroom whenever possible. Now he is clean an..."
"The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living was nice and neat. It was a big place, and it seemed well-run. The staff who gave me the tour was very good. The rooms were large and nice. From what I saw, I could tell everything about it was good...."
"Springdale Village is a nice place. My mom can have her own choice of meals and they listen to her needs as well as our family's needs. They're very informative to the families regarding her care and that's the most important. She loves to read and t..."
"I visited this care home and was very impressed with the loving care that was being provided individually to all of the residents. The home was immaculate, nicely decorated, had a comfortable and homely atmosphere, served a delicious lunch, and even..."
"My family and I (veteran nurse) have been very pleased with the care my father has received at SINAI. He was there in 2009 until 2011. The Dr. was impressed that his health improved all this time. The staff and the owner has quickly become a second ..."
"My son is curently staying in Greenfield Assisted Living Community. He has a two-bedroom apartment there. The staff takes care of all his medicines and they also take him to his doctor's appointments. He is doing really good there. When you eat in th..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Scottsdale, AZ and Nearby Cities
The average costs of assisted living throughout Arizona range from a low of $3,800 in Yuma the southwestern part of the state to a high of $5,000 per month in the Northern Arizona community of Flagstaff. Those in Arizona’s southeastern corner in Sierra Vista pay an average of $4,150 per month, while their counterparts in the center of the state in Prescott pay $4,500. Residents of assisted living facilities in Arizona’s second-largest city, Tucson, pay an average of $4,050 per month.Â
Scottsdale
$3,975
Minnesota
$4,000
United States
$4,500
Yuma
$3,800
Flagstaff
$5,000
Sierra Vista
$4,150
Prescott
$4,500
Tucson
$4,050
Paying for Assisted Living in Scottsdale
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Scottsdale is $3,975. However, the costs of individual facilities vary depending on location and the services and amenities they offer.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Scottsdale
Seniors who qualify for long-term care can receive financial help for assisted living through the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). The Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS) assigns a case manager to help coordinate plans. Financial assistance may be offered through a health plan similar to an HMO or through a Medicaid demonstration waiver. Residents may be required to pay the room and board expenses out of pocket.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale seniors pay an average of $5,958 per month for in-home care and home health care, which provide similar services to assisted living facilities. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at $2,167, but it may not be appropriate for those who shouldn’t be left alone during the evening. Nursing home care is the most expensive care option at $6,418 per month in Scottsdale for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$5,958
Home Health Aide
$5,958
Adult Day Health Care
$2,167
Assisted Living Facility
$3,975
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$6,418
Note: Care cost data for Scottsdale was not available, so data for the closest city, Phoenix, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Scottsdale
Seniors in Scottsdale have numerous resources for information on community-based programs and services designed for older adults. The following resources can be used to access recreation and social opportunities, complain about an assisted living facility or find assistance with applying for public benefits.Â
Scottsdale seniors can access a wide variety of activities and services at Scottsdale Senior Services. The organization administers two senior centers, the Via Linda Senior Center and the Granite Reef Senior Center, within the Scottsdale city limits. Both senior centers are equipped with state-of-the-art fitness centers where seniors can use stationary bikes, cardio equipment, treadmills, free weights and elliptical machines. Seniors can explore their creative sides by taking classes, workshops and art education seminars. Both of Scottsdale's senior centers have tournament quality billiards tables as well as a countless array of board games, badminton and Wii Games.
Area Agency on Aging Region One serves those over the age of 60 in the Phoenix Metro Area, which includes Scottsdale. Seniors, their families and caregivers can obtain a variety of direct and indirect services through this agency. Direct services include case management, balance workshops designed to minimize slip-and-fall events, diabetes management workshops and Medicare/Medicaid counseling. Indirect services include referrals to local, state and federal resources for older persons and assistance filling out forms and navigating the application process for public benefits.
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman's office is designed to address concerns among residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities, and their loved ones. Trained staff and volunteers investigate complaints of include abuse, neglect and exploitation of those in these facilities and work to resolve them. All services provided by this program are free of charge and completely confidential.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Scottsdale
Assisted living and other long-term care facilities in Arizona are overseen by the Arizona Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing. This agency maintains a searchable database of facilities in Arizona that lists their deficiencies and violations actions. There is also an online complaint form for suspected violations of these facilities.Â
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Scottsdale
With a daily high of 72 degrees, Scottsdale’s weather is ideal for six months out of the year. It receives significantly less precipitation than the national average and has far more sunny days. However, outdoor temperatures can soar well into the three digits in summer. Fortunately, assisted living and other senior facilities typically have state-of-the-art air conditioning units.
The cost of living in Scottsdale is substantially higher than the national average and the Arizona average. However, health care costs are 7.8% less than the national average, which is appealing to many seniors.Â
Scottsdale residents enjoy a great golfing scene, with six local golf courses making Golf Magazine’s list of the country’s top 100 courses.Â
Scottsdale and surrounding communities have long been traditional destinations for snowbirds, which means that the senior populations expands considerably during the winter months. Whether this is a plus or a minus depends on personal preference — some don’t like the crowded conditions snowbirds often bring to the picture, while others welcome the opportunity to make new friends
Seniors feel safe in Scottsdale because the city’s violent crime rate is far below the national average. On the other hand, the property crime rate is only just slightly below the national average.Â
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Scottsdale
Scottsdale Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
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Review of Scottsdale Village Square
My mom moved to Scottsdale Village Square. I ate with my mom and the food was great. We're happy with that. They keep it clean. No complaints. The landscapers are there often and the grounds look...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Blue Lakes Assisted Living
What a wonderful home! We are so grateful to Blue Lakes Assisted Living for the care and love they gave our Mom. She lived with them for seven years and was very comfortable and happy in her new...
We stayed at The Gardens of Scottsdale. The food was very good. The variety was also good. They had a choice of two entrees for each meal, which was nice. Our room was OK but the kitchen had no...
Provider response
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food variety and found our team to be especially friendly. Providing a clean and welcoming environment is important to us, and we’re...